Mechanical Designer / Detailer

Job Summary

This position is responsible for maintaining effective mechanical design bases for transformer layouts and for providing technical expertise to customers both within and outside of the organization. This role will review projects assigned to them comparing customer specifications to other design data, noting any inconsistencies or special requirements.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete mechanical design and detailing of transformers including internal and external components and accessories based on documentation provided in project design folder, standard practices, and/or from technical advisors.
• Provide technical support and training of others when required.
• Responsible for directing or executing corrective action when shop problems are encountered. Consult with shop and QA personnel on interferences or interpretation of engineering information.
• Assist on development projects. This may also include completion of standard processes or practices.
• Recommend and develop new procedures to improve the efficiency of the detailing process.
• Calculate dimensions, allowances, and specifications per standard procedures or general design knowledge of shop capabilities when standard procedures do not exist. Verify and update programs as required.
• Provide support to Quote Designers, such as bid or preliminary outlines and mechanical optimization.

• Knowledge and use of Pro Engineer and Microsoft suite programs
• Good team player
• Communication skills to partner with various other employees and departments
• Understanding of shop methods, industry standards, and drafting procedures is preferred
  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• This position requires an Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering Drafting and Design or approved equivalent.

Preferred Education / Experience

• Previous experience in Pro-Engineer
• SAP Experience

About SPX

SPX Transformer Solutions, Inc. (formerly Waukesha Electric Systems, Inc), is one of the largest U.S. manufacturers of power transformers and a valued supplier of complete transformer service solutions, components and replacement parts as well as a variety of substation-applicable training classes for all skill levels including a large number of comprehensive LTC maintenance courses. We employ approximately 1,200 people throughout the United States and operate manufacturing facilities at our headquarters location in Waukesha, WI as well as Goldsboro, NC and Dallas, TX.

SPX is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

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